Flooding
What percentage of people facing weather-related disasters are affected by flooding?
A) 25%
B) 50%
C) 56%
D) 75%
C. 56%
What is the main purpose of trimming trees before a hurricane?
A. To make the trees look nicer.
B. To prevent the trees from falling over.
C. To reduce the risk of damage to homes.
D. To make the trees grow faster.
C. To reduce the risk of damage to homes.
What causes lightning to form?
A. The collision of warm and cold air masses
B. The friction between clouds and the ground
C. The buildup of static electricity in the atmosphere
D. The evaporation of water droplets
A. The collision of warm and cold air masses
What is the main hazard associated with ice storms?
A. High winds
B. Heavy snowfall
C. Slippery roads
D. Flooding
C. Slippery roads
What causes earthquakes?
A. The movement of tectonic plates
B. Volcanic eruptions
C. Changes in weather patterns
D. Human activity
A. The movement of tectonic plates
What is the main cause of a tornado?
A. A volcanic eruption
B. A hurricane
C. A thunderstorm
D. A blizzard
C. A thunderstorm
How many people have died in flood storms over the past 20 years, according to the UN?
A) 50,000
B) 100,000
C) 157,000
D) 200,000
C) 157,000
What is the advantage of living in a home that is raised above the ground?
A. It is easier to clean.
B. It is cooler in the summer.
C. It is less likely to be flooded.
D. It is more expensive.
C. It is less likely to be flooded.
What is the relationship between lightning and thunder?
A. Thunder comes after lightning.
B. Lightning comes after thunder.
C. Thunder and lightning occur at the same time.
D. There is no relationship between lightning and thunder.
A. Thunder comes after lightning.
Why is rock salt effective at melting ice?
A. It lowers the freezing point of water
B. It increases the temperature of the ice
C. It physically breaks up the ice
D. It absorbs the heat from the environment
A. It lowers the freezing point of water
What are tectonic plates?
A. The large pieces of earths rocky crust
B. Lava
C. Dinnerware
D. Small pieces of rock in space
A. The large pieces of earths rocky crust
What can a tornado pick up as it spins?
A. Water, dust, and scraps
B. Snow, ice, and hail
C. Leaves, branches, and flowers
D. Rocks, stones, and pebbles
A. Water, dust, and scraps
Which region has suffered from major floods for many years, as stated in the document?
A) Urban America
B) Rural India
C) Eastern Europe
D) Southern Africa
B) Rural India
Where do hurricanes originate?
A. In the mountains
B. In the desert
C. At the North Pole
D. In the ocean
D. In the ocean
How hot is lightning?
A. Around 6 degrees Fahrenheit
B. About 100 degrees Fahrenheit
C. Around 60,000 degrees Fahrenheit
D. It depends on the type of storm
C. Around 60,000 degrees Fahrenheit
When should rock salt be applied to icy surfaces?
A. Before the ice forms
B. After the ice forms
C. It doesn't matter when it's applied
D. Only during a blizzard
B. After the ice forms
How long does an earthquake usually last?
A. 60 minutes
B. 30 seconds
C. 5 hours
D. 2 days
B. 30 seconds
How fast can a tornado spin?
A. A tornado can spin over 200 miles per hour.
B. A tornado can spin over 50 miles per hour.
C. A tornado can spin over 10 miles per hour.
D. A tornado can spin over 2 miles per hour.
A. A tornado can spin over 200 miles per hour.
What health issue can arise from flooding in rural areas, as mentioned in the text?
A) Obesity
B) Malnutrition
C) Diabetes
D) High blood pressure
B) Malnutrition
What is the "eye of the storm"?
A. The calm center of a hurricane
B. The strongest part of a hurricane
C. The outer edge of a hurricane
D. The direction a hurricane is moving
B. The strongest part of a hurricane
What is the purpose of a lightning rod?
A. To attract lightning to the building
B. To prevent lightning from forming
C. To protect a building from lightning damage
D. To generate electricity
C. To protect a building from lightning damage
What is the main advantage of magnesium chloride over rock salt?
A. It is cheaper
B. It is more effective at melting ice
C. It is less harmful to the environment
D. It is easier to apply
C. It is less harmful to the environment
What is a practical step individuals can take to prepare for an earthquake?
A. Building a shelter in their backyard
B. Drive to a nearby city
C. Stocking up on food and water
D. Installing a security system
C. Stocking up on food and water
What is the deadliest tornado in U.S. history known as?
A. The Super Outbreak
B. The Tri-State Tornado
C. The Great Plains Tornado
D. The Dixie Tornado
B. The Tri-State Tornado
What is one of the strategies mentioned to reduce the impacts of flooding?
A) Building higher homes
B) Using sandbags
C) Planting more trees
D) Moving to a different area
B) Using sandbags
What was the name of the hurricane that caused significant damage in Louisiana in 2005?
A. Hurricane Andrew
B. Hurricane Katrina
C. Hurricane Harvey
D. Hurricane Irma
B. Hurricane Katrina
Approximately how many times does lightning strike in the United States each year?
A. 25 million times
B. 2,500 times
C. 250 times
D. 25 times
A. 25 million times
Which of the following is a preventative measure against ice storms?
A. Covering the ground with magnesium chloride
B. Salting the roads in advance
C. Building a snow fort
D. Driving slowly on icy roads
A. Covering the ground with magnesium chloride
Why is it important to secure tall and heavy furniture before an earthquake?
A. To prevent it from blocking exits
B. To keep it from falling on people
C. To make it easier to clean up after the earthquake
D. To protect it from damage
B. To keep it from falling on people
What is one way to protect your home from a tornado?
A. Building a lake around your house
B. Installing a lightning rod
C. Installing wind-proof shutters and doors
D. Planting a lot of trees
C. Installing wind-proof shutters and doors